Mikki Kunttu expresses keen enthusiasm and eagerness regarding his participation in this remarkable occasion.
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Mikki Kunttu, the award-winning lighting and set designer, is ready to rock the opening day of Prolight + Sound with a riveting keynote speech. With a grin, he lets us sneak a peek at what's in store:
I'm giving a speech on my Swan Lake production. It's a peek into the Royal Danish Ballet's 2015 adaptation, where I served as the scenic, projection, and lighting designer, and handled all the programming.
You can expect a bit about the general aspects of working in the creative field and my take on the freelancer life so far. It's gonna be quite a ride!
When quizzed about his career highlights, he muses, "There are many exceptional moments, but working with Tero Saarinen Company stands out. 'Breath' has been a pivotal collaboration for me."
Curious about the kind of projects he'd love to embark on next?
I'm into creative atmospheres where each collaborator can flourish and showcase their strengths. Collaborating with classical orchestras, especially for concert situations, has been on my radar.
During his three decades in the industry, he's faced some daunting challenges:
Connecting visions with reality can be a tough nut to crack, especially when it comes to budget constraints. Each challenge, however, sparks growth and broadens my horizons.
The digital revolution has transformed the industry beyond recognition:
The core of performance remains unchanged, but the technology revolution has enriched our toolbox. I expect the focus to increasingly shift towards delivering emotional messages.
Mikki has graced Prolight + Sound before, and he looks forward to exploring the show once more:
I've visited the fair a few times, and it's always a blast to catch up with friends and colleagues and check out all the new gear.
Can't wait to see Mikki on stage at Prolight + Sound? Save the date: his keynote will be on 31 March at 16:30, right on the "Theatre + Light Stage" in Hall 12.0. And don't forget, he'll stick around after the speech for a Q&A session!
Prolight GmbH, a key player at Prolight + Sound, collaborated with Mikki on his keynote and eagerly awaits his speech.
Images Courtesy: Mikki Kunttu
Mikki Kunttu, intrigued by the advancements in technology, is eager to incorporate more technological elements into his future work in the realm of entertainment, aiming to combine these advancements with his passion for sports, creating an immersive and captivating lifestyle experience for audiences.
In the near future, Mikki Kunttu envisions collaborating with renowned tech companies to design futuristic sports arenas, blending cutting-edge technology and artistic design to redefine the sports viewing experience and cater to the ever-evolving audience expectations in the digital age.
